Treatments For Acne:
Spironolactone
 

Spironolactone As A Treatment For Acne
 

Although initially designed as a diuretic to treat high blood pressure, spironolactone has more latterly also been used in order to control a number of other conditions, including acne.

Because spironolactone is an an antiandrogen (blocks testosterone production), it can only be used by women, since in men it can produce female secondary characteristics, including gynecomastia (breast growth), loss of body hair as well as impotence. Because spirononlatctone can also act on male babies, women of childbearing age should protect themselves against becoming pregnant while using the drug.

Spironolactone works in a method similar to that of Accutane and the natural Accutane alternatives described in my report (available free by following the directions below), in that it decreases the amount of oil being produced by the sebum glands. It can be taken for one to two years with periodic rest periods.

Although the FDA has yet to approve spironolactone as a treatment for acne, dermatologists are increasingly prescribing it for suitable candidates, and the women using it appear to be achieving  very favorable results.
 

Side Effects of Spironolactone

The side effects in women using spironolactone may include:

Lethargy or drowsiness

Uticara (hives)

Mental confusion

Increases in urination, fluid and potassium levels

Heartbeat irregularities, leg cramps, dry mouth, thirst, weakness, drowsiness and headaches.

Breast tenderness

Sporadic menstruation

Agranulocytosis (fall in the number of Agranulocyte white cells in the blood).



Spironolactone is available (as Aldactone from)

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Comparison of Acne Prescription Drugs & Accutane Alternatives
 

	Prevention	Early Suppression	Mild-Moderate Acne	Severe Acne	Side Effect Free	Affordability
Accutane
Antibiotics
Contraceptives
Spironolactone
Retin-A
Bioherbaceutical Supplements

See Also:

Contraceptives
Antibiotics
Retin-A
Accutane
Bioherbaceutical Medicines (Natural Accutane Alternative)